Jordan Whittington Injury: Stays limited in practice
Texas Longhorns wide receiver Jordan Whittington was limited in practice on Monday
Texas Longhorns wide receiver Jordan Whittington was limited in practice on Monday, per a report from the Austin American-Statesman. Whittington is dealing with a foot injury that he suffered in the team's season-opening win over Louisiana-Monroe. The injury is not considered to be serious, but it is still limiting Whittington's ability to practice and play.
Whittington is expected to play in the Longhorns' game against Alabama on Saturday
Despite being limited in practice, Whittington is expected to play in the Longhorns' game against Alabama on Saturday. Whittington is a key part of the Longhorns' offense, and he will need to be at his best if Texas wants to have a chance to upset the Crimson Tide.
Whittington has been one of the Longhorns' most productive receivers this season
Whittington has been one of the Longhorns' most productive receivers this season. In the team's season-opening win over Louisiana-Monroe, Whittington caught five passes for 88 yards and a touchdown. He also had a key catch in the Longhorns' win over Arkansas.
The Longhorns will need Whittington to be at his best against Alabama
The Longhorns will need Whittington to be at his best against Alabama. The Crimson Tide have one of the best defenses in the country, and they will be looking to put pressure on Texas quarterback Quinn Ewers. Whittington will need to be able to get open and make big plays if the Longhorns want to have a chance to win the game.